2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
